Continuing Education 
 

125th Founder's Day Celebration/Homecoming


While many seminars, conventions and other events are being cancelled or postponed, we are still celebrating the 125th anniversary of chiropractic September 18-19 in Davenport, Iowa.
 
Due to state restrictions in place as we planned the event, we have made the following changes to the celebration:
  • Event dates are now September 18 & 19.
  • The live event is limited to the first 350 alumni and friends of Palmer who register.
  • The event includes 13 live hours of continuing education.
  • Social events include a toast to the 125th anniversary of chiropractic, 25-year class reunion, 50+ Emeritus Coffee, Old-Fashioned Picnic and Student Talent Show, Big Tent Philosophy Night and the Palmer Women’s Institute Breakfast.
To view current schedule and most up-to-date CE approvals visit: Please note changes may occur.
Palmer Homecoming Davenport Campus Schedule and CE Information
 
Speaker Notes: Speaker notes will be available on our website in an electronic format only prior to the event if they are provided by the presenter(s).

Continuing Education Credits: A maximum of 13 hours may be earned pending your state board's approval.

Photo ID: A photo ID must be presented when obtaining your registration packet from the registration desk. Upon exiting a CE session, a photo ID must be presented to session monitors before your CE card will be stamped.
 
Registration Desk: Anyone who has pre-registered may check in Thursday, September 17 from 2 to 5 p.m. in the lobby of the Harold & Marie Bechtel Center (Welcome Center). Check-in will re-open on Friday, September 18 at 7 a.m. Registrations are sorted alphabetically; please take a moment upon arrival to read the registration desk signs in order to expedite your check-in time.
 
Meal Cards: Each full event registration includes one meal card. This card is good for breakfast and lunch on both Friday and Saturday. Additional meal cards are not available for purchase.
 
Important Weekend Information: Exhibitors will be located in the Skywalk and World of Chiropractic Court (located between the Harold & Marie Bechtel Center and Campus Center). Shuttle Service will be available from Vickie Anne Palmer Hall to the Campus Center throughout the day. Please refer to your printed program, once you have checked in, for specific event information, including locations.
 
Old-Fashioned Picnic and Talent Show Tickets: The Old-Fashioned Picnic and Student Talent Show will be held in the West Hall Courtyard, from 6-8 p.m. on Friday, September 18, 2020.ONE ticket is included with each event registration.Tickets are not required for children 12 years of age or younger.
 
Flight Arrangements: The only airport servicing Davenport, Iowa, is the Quad City International Airport. Please use airport code "MLI" when booking tickets online.
 
Hotel Reservations: Please be sure to mention 'Palmer College' when contacting these hotels to be sure you receive the negotiated rates.
 
The Radisson Quad City Plaza serves as the preferred hotel for Homecoming. To make hotel reservations, please contact the Radisson at 800-333-3333 for U.S./Canada Calls, or 563-322-2200 for international and local calls or click here for online access. Room block will be released on August 19, 2020.
 
Radisson Quad City Plaza Hotel
111 E. 2nd Street, Davenport, Iowa
Room rates start at $130 per night, plus tax
(includes shuttle to and from the airport)
 
The Hotel Blackhawk as voted "Best Hotel" in the state of Iowa in 2016. This hotel is a proud member of the Marriott International's Autograph Collection. To make reservations, please contact Samantha Off, Reservations Coordinator, at (563) 484-5906. Room block will be released  August 17, 2020.
 
Hotel Blackhawk
200 E. 3rd Street, Davenport, Iowa
Room rates start at $159 per night, plus tax
 
The Current Iowa, is part of Marriott's Autograph Collection. Our luxury boutique hotel features 78 rooms including 30 suites.Try UP, which is the Quad Cities first rooftop bar/restaurant and lounge that offers commanding views of the Mississippi. Or, try VIVA our Baja/Mexican restaurant. Our art inspired hotel pays homage to the best of midwestern artists. Our brand promise is that we take an artful approach to guest service. Our pride is reflected in the language of our collateral and our guest interactions. Sitting on the banks of the Mississippi River, The Current offers easy access to the Quad Cities and is within walking distance of bike paths, Adler Theatre, RiverCenter and Figge Art Museum. The Current offers two dedicated meeting rooms on the second floor. Or, choose private meeting space in VIVA's private dining room and/or our Tequila Tasting Room. The Current offers guest engaging and soulful rooms draped in warm tones and filled with modern conveniences. Room block will be released August 14, 2020
 
The Current Iowa, Autograph Collection
215 North Main Street, Davenport, Iowa 52801
Room rates start at $159 plus tax
 
For more hotel options click here.
 
Car Rentals: The following car rental agencies are located at the Quad City International Airport.
 
    Alamo        Budget        Enterprise        AVIS        Hertz        National
 
To view current schedule and most up-to-date CE approvals visit: Please note changes may occur.
Palmer Homecoming Davenport Campus Schedule and CE Information
 
Speaker Notes: Speaker notes will be available on our website in an electronic format only prior to the event if they are provided by the presenter(s).
 
Certificate: If you registered for Continuing Education credits, a Certificate of Attendance link will be sent via email. This may take up to 4 weeks after the event. At that time you can log on to print off your certificate.
 
Women Chiropractors Wine & Hors D'oeurves Celebration: To kick off the Palmer 125th Celebration, Women Chiropractors is hosting an event Thursday, September 18. Please register here.

Please choose a Fee Type from the Drop Down Menu Below:
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Registration closes on Sep 25, 2020 at 11:00 PM

Registration Closed  

Your 125th Founder's Day Celebration/Homecoming CE Package includes:
  • Continuing Education credits
  • ONE meal card for two breakfasts and two lunches
  • ONE ticket to the Old-Fashioned Picnic & Student Talent Show
Date: 09/18/20

Location

Palmer College of Chiropractic's Main Campus
Registration Closed  

Registration Closed  

Your 125th Founder's Day Celebration/Homecoming Non-CE Package includes:
  • ONE meal card for two breakfasts and two lunches
  • ONE ticket to the Old-Fashioned Picnic & Student Talent Show
Your 125th Founder's Day Celebration/Homecoming Non-CE Package does NOT include:
  • Continuing Education credits
Date: 09/18/20

Location

Palmer College of Chiropractic's Main Campus
Registration Closed  

Registration Closed  

Your 2020 General Guest registration includes: 
  • ONE meal card for two breakfasts and two lunches
  • ONE ticket to the Old-Fashioned Picnic & Student Talent Show
A General Guest registration does NOT include:
  • Continuing Education credits
Date: 09/18/20
Registration Closed  

Registration Closed  

The Palmer Women's Institute Breakfast
Friday, September 18, 2020
7–8 a.m.
Location Vickie Anne Palmer Hall
Cost is $5
Registration required
Date: 09/18/20

Fee

$5.00
Registration Closed  

Registration Closed  

Professional Headshots
Friday, September 18, 2020
11:15 a.m.-1:15 p.m.
Palmer Center for Business Development
This event is free of charge, but registration is required.
Date: 09/18/20
Time: 11:15 AM - 01:15 PM
Registration Closed  

Registration Closed  

Includes ONE ticket to the Old-Fashioned Picnic & Student Talent Show. 
 
Friday, September 18, 2020
6-8 p.m. 
West Hall Courtyard 
Tickets are required and are NOT available for purchase at the door.
Date: 09/18/20

Fee

$35.00
Registration Closed  

Registration Closed  

Includes TWO tickets to the Old-Fashioned Picnic & Student Talent Show. 
 
Friday, September 18, 2020
6-8 p.m. 
West Hall Courtyard 
Tickets are required and are NOT available for purchase at the door.
Date: 09/18/20

Fee

$70.00
Registration Closed  

Registration Closed  

Includes THREE tickets to the Old-Fashioned Picnic & Student Talent Show. 
 
Friday, September 18, 2020
6-8 p.m. 
West Hall Courtyard 
Tickets are required and are NOT available for purchase at the door.
Date: 09/18/20

Fee

$105.00
Registration Closed  

Registration closes on Sep 25, 2020 at 11:00 PM

Registration Closed  

First Adjustment Photo Opportunity
Saturday, September 19, 2020
2:30–4:30 p.m.
West Hall Courtyard
This event is free of charge, but registration is required.
*Weather Permitting*
Date: 09/19/20
Time: 02:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Registration Closed